Kasteel Krakow ingenomen, 1605 1613 - 1615

This anonymous engraving, "Kasteel Krakow ingenomen, 1605," depicts the siege and capture of Kraków Castle in 1605. The detailed illustration showcases the intricate fortifications of the castle, complete with surrounding trenches and bastions. The scene is further enlivened by the inclusion of various figures engaged in combat, including soldiers, cannons, and smoke billowing from the explosions. This artwork, created between 1613 and 1615, serves as a historical document capturing a significant moment in Polish history, and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.